Exo Terra Black Solder Fly Larvae 34gm
Pack size
34 g (1.2 oz)
Exo Terra Black Solder Fly Larvae 34gm
A single-ingredient feeder insect, cooked and canned. Exo Terra Black Soldier Fly Larvae (34 g) are whole black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens), heat-treated and canned so the exoskeleton softens for easier digestion, with no live insects to house, gut-load or lose down the back of the tank.
Key features
- Single ingredient — the can contains black soldier fly larvae and nothing else.
- Heat-treated for digestibility — softens the exoskeleton and is claimed by the manufacturer to improve collagen protein absorption for bone, cartilage, skin and claw development.
- No live-insect husbandry — no gut-loading, dusting or escapees; ready to serve straight from the can.
- Portion control — dispense with feeding tongs or tweezers, one larva at a time.
- 34 g can — sized for occasional treat feeding rather than a full-diet supply.
Ingredients
Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Hermetia illucens).
Guaranteed analysis
| Nutrient | Guaranteed level |
|---|---|
| Crude protein | 10.4% |
| Crude fat | 5.6% |
| Moisture | 77.8% |
The manufacturer markets black soldier fly larvae as a naturally calcium-rich feeder insect relative to crickets and mealworms, though an exact calcium percentage is not published on the guaranteed analysis panel for this product.
Specifications
| Pack size | 34 g (1.2 oz), SKU RP89 |
|---|---|
| Form | Whole larvae, cooked and canned |
| Species suitability | Insect-eating reptiles, turtles, amphibians, fish and birds |
Feeding and directions
Offer several larvae as part of a varied diet, or as an occasional treat two to three times a week — this is a treat and enrichment food, not a nutritionally complete staple on its own. Dispense with feeding tongs or tweezers for portion control. Refrigerate after opening and discard any uneaten portion after 24 hours.
Suitable for, and not suitable for
Suited to insectivorous and omnivorous reptiles, turtles, amphibians, fish and birds as a treat or feeding-response enrichment item alongside a balanced staple diet. Not intended as a sole or primary diet — it is not formulated as a complete food and should not replace a properly gut-loaded live-insect or pellet-based feeding programme.
Storage
Store unopened cans in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening and use within a few days.
Warranty and delivery
Covered by your rights under Australian Consumer Law as a packaged pet food product. Ships standard.
Goes well with
- A calcium and D3 supplement for dusting live insects fed alongside this treat
- Feeding tongs, for hygienic portion control straight from the can
- A staple pellet or gut-loaded live-insect diet suited to the species being kept
Common questions
Can I feed this as my reptile's main diet?
No — it's a treat and enrichment food. Use it alongside a balanced staple diet suited to the species, such as gut-loaded live insects or a formulated pellet food.
Does it need refrigeration?
Only after opening. Unopened cans store at room temperature in a cool, dry place; once opened, refrigerate and use within a few days.
Is calcium content published on the can?
The guaranteed analysis panel lists crude protein, crude fat and moisture. An exact calcium percentage is not published, though black soldier fly larvae are generally recognised as a calcium-rich feeder insect compared with crickets or mealworms.
What species can eat this?
The manufacturer lists suitability for insect-eating reptiles, turtles, amphibians, fish and birds.
